Pericardial Findings on Imaging: Understanding Effusions, Calcifications, and Clinical Implications
1. Introduction A pericardial finding on a medical imaging report indicates the presence of a structural or fluid-related abnormality within the pericardium. The pericardium is a double-walled fibroserous sac that encloses the heart and the roots of the great vessels. Its primary physiological functions include stabilizing the heart within the thoracic cavity, providing mechanical protection … Read more